Chapter 581 - 579: Ghost Soul Stone

Chapter 581: Chapter 579: Ghost Soul Stone

In the Fire Prison Spirit Land, the ground was made of black rock, with black flames erupting from various places.

There were also Black Flame Trees, rooted in the black rock.

Between heaven and earth, the flowers blooming on the Black Flame Trees burned like black flames.

Just by being there, one could feel a staggering heatwave.

Not only that, but the real danger came from the black ghostly souls that drifted through this land.

Jiang Jichen’s destination was the deepest part of the Fire Prison Spirit Land.

He had thought that a place like this would have very few visitors.

But now, figures were constantly flashing past, rushing into the Prison Fire Spiritual Land.

Jiang Jichen changed his appearance, temporarily taking on the guise of his former self, Lingchen.

He stopped a group of Cultivators to ask what was happening.

This group of Cultivators had seven members: five were at the Late-Stage Nascent Soul Realm, and two were at the Nascent Soul Perfection Realm.

"Ghost Soul Stones have appeared in the Fire Prison Spirit Land! All the Cultivators coming here are looking for them!"

One of the old men, a Nascent Soul Perfection Realm Cultivator, didn’t look down on Jiang Jichen for his Spirit Infant Realm Cultivation and patiently explained the situation.

"Ghost Soul Stones? Aren’t those supreme treasures used to enhance Mental Power that can only be found in the Hell World? How could they appear here in the Fire Prison Spirit Land?"

Jiang Jichen asked in astonishment.

He was, of course, familiar with Ghost Soul Stones.

It was said that they could only be found in the Hell Layers of the Undead Realm. They were incredibly precious and could be used to refine and elevate one’s Soul Realm.

But now they had actually appeared here in the Fire Prison Spirit Land!

No wonder so many people were rushing into the Fire Prison Spirit Land.

"They say a spatial rift has appeared in the deepest part of the Fire Prison Spirit Land, connecting directly to a Hell Layer of the Undead Realm. That’s why Ghost Soul Stones are drifting over, but they’re accompanied by Hell Evil Spirits."

"Young brother, this place is no longer what it used to be. It’s become dangerously unpredictable. Your Realm Cultivation is still shallow, so you’d best not go any deeper!"

the Nascent Soul Perfection Realm old man kindly reminded him.

"Thank you for the warning, senior. I’ll be careful!"

Jiang Jichen cupped his fists in thanks.

The Nascent Soul Perfection Realm old man led his group and continued deeper.

From a distance, Jiang Jichen could hear the voices of the others in the group.

"Uncle, why bother with that kid’s life or death? A mere Spirit Infant Realm Cultivator dares to enter the Fire Prison Spirit Land? He’s just looking to die."

"Exactly. Someone so reckless deserves to die. It’s good enough that we didn’t kill him ourselves. Uncle, I can’t believe you were so polite to him."

These were the voices of two young Cultivators at the Late-Stage Nascent Soul Realm.

The "Uncle" they were talking about was, of course, the kind old man who had warned Jiang Jichen.

Then, the old man’s rebuking voice sounded out, "As Cultivators, we don’t need to be righteous heroes, but we should at least do what good we can."

"You’ve forgotten the very heart of Cultivation. No wonder it’s so hard for you to make progress."

If it had been any other Spirit Infant Realm Cultivator, they naturally wouldn’t have heard this conversation.

But Jiang Jichen’s Seven-Colored Perfect Realm Divine Soul was immensely powerful. How could he not hear them?

The old man’s words filled Jiang Jichen with a sense of solemn respect.

’We don’t need to be righteous heroes, but we should at least do what good we can!’

In the current Cultivation World, who wasn’t utterly selfish and self-serving for the sake of their own Cultivation?

They were cold and ruthless!

They would gladly watch others walk to their deaths and would never offer a word of warning.

People like that old man were a rare sight indeed.

Jiang Jichen felt a genuine respect for him.

As for the others, Jiang Jichen couldn’t care less.

’Ghost Soul Stones... they’re good stuff. Since I’m here, how could I possibly miss out?’

Jiang Jichen thought to himself.

He had now unsealed his Seven-Colored Spiritual Vein, truly unleashing the most powerful strength he possessed.

He had the confidence to contend with anyone!

He no longer had to be as timid and cautious as before.

Even if those from his past life used Inference to locate him, he was no longer afraid.

Within the Six Paths Illusion Realm, they couldn’t cross over.

And in the future, even after leaving the Six Paths Illusion Realm, the Great Powers who crossed realms to find him would have only limited strength at their disposal.

By then, he would likely have become a Supreme. What would he have to fear?

Although he hadn’t truly unsealed his memories yet, some were gradually resurfacing as his power and Realm increased.

In his past life, he had stepped into the Invincible Domain and possessed the might of a Great Power!

He had even had a massive family.

Life was peaceful and joyous, and his clan was united and harmonious.

But one day, simply because he had discovered a secret...

...his entire clan, including himself, suffered the calamity of annihilation.

Thanks to the Mysterious Ancient Jade, he was given a chance to be reborn.

And so, burdened by the blood debt of his past life and carrying the dreams of this body’s original owner, he journeyed through life and death on his path of Cultivation. He had to become the strongest being there was, to ascend to the highest heavens and exterminate all his foes.

And also, to reunite with the one he had loved.

Jiang Jichen collected his emotions and continued forward.

The temperature in the air grew hotter and hotter, and the flames erupting from the ground grew more intense.

The Black Flame Trees also grew taller, their blooming black-flame flowers larger than before.

And this was still just the outer region of the Fire Prison Spirit Land.

Jiang Jichen could already see corpses strewn across the ground, their souls long since devoured by Hell Evil Spirits.

Of course, there was also blood staining the black rock and mutilated bodies everywhere—the result of battles over the Ghost Soul Stones.

SWOOSH!

Jiang Jichen suddenly saw a streak of black light flying toward him.

It was a Ghost Soul Stone, speeding through the air.

With a casual grab, Jiang Jichen caught the Ghost Soul Stone in his hand.

It was incredibly cold to the touch, sending a shiver through his very soul.

But immediately after, he could feel his soul being refined, improving just a little.

Moreover, wisps of Ghost Soul Power flowed into his Sea of Consciousness, strengthening his Divine Soul.

’The Ghost Soul Stone really does have an amazing effect on the soul.’

Jiang Jichen was secretly pleased.

He had been worried that the Ghost Soul Stone would have no effect on his Seven-Colored Divine Soul, but it seemed his concerns were unnecessary.

Casually placing the black Ghost Soul Stone into his Magical Artifact Space, Jiang Jichen prepared to move on.

"Stop! Hand over that Ghost Soul Stone!"

Just then, an arrogant, icy voice suddenly rang out.

Then, a group of people appeared, surrounding him.

They had been chasing this Ghost Soul Stone. All of them were Cultivators ranging from the Late-Stage Nascent Soul Realm to the Nascent Soul Perfection Realm.

Ghost Soul Stones were claimed by strength.

Now that it was in Jiang Jichen’s hands, how could he possibly hand it over?

"A Spirit Infant Realm Cultivator dares to come here and fight for a Ghost Soul Stone? How arrogant and reckless!"

"He isn’t qualified to possess it! Kill him, and the Ghost Soul Stone will be ours!"

someone else said with a sneer.

But just then, several Cultivators had already made their move, lunging to capture and kill Jiang Jichen.

"Heh, it belongs to whoever is fastest!"

They clearly saw Jiang Jichen as nothing more than an ant.

As long as someone was fast enough, Jiang Jichen was sure to die, and the Ghost Soul Stone would fall into their hands.

When the others saw three people had already attacked, their expressions changed, and they too charged toward Jiang Jichen.